Being blind hasn’t stopped Antoine Craig from achieving much success. Now he hopes to encourage others to do likewise.

The Richmonder and Virginia Commonwealth University graduate recently was named a Sports Ambassador by the United States Association of Blind Athletes (USABA).

Craig is one of 16 named to spread awareness and visibility of sports for the blind.

“Ever since I lost my vision I have tried to make sure that no one else has to go through many of the challenges that I encountered,” he said.

Craig is currently a member of the U.S. Blind Soccer Team. Previously, he competed on an international level in track and field as an elite sprinter.

He’s a man on the go. Craig represented the U.S. March 19-20 in International Friendlies against Canada in Chula Vista, Calif.